Police are appealing for witnesses following a public order incident that involved a stranger damaging a teenager's clothing.

The teenage boy was approached by an unknown female between 8.50pm and 8.55pm on April 15 in Lowestoft.

The confrontation took place in London Road North near Lloyd’s Bank and the CeX electronics store.  

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The female, believed to be in her late teens, verbally attacked the boy before grabbing his coat and tearing it. 

She is described as white, of a large build, with light brown hair and is believed to have been wearing a black puffer jacket, black jeans and black shoes.

Anyone who witnessed the incident or has information is asked to contact Lowestoft Police, quoting reference: 37/14762/24.